Form SSA-4-BK. Application for Child's Insurance Benefits

Form SSA-4-BK, the Application for Child's Insurance Benefits, serves as the application form for child's insurance benefits under the Social Security program. The primary purpose is to apply for benefits on behalf of a child who may be eligible to receive benefits based on a parent's work record.

For example, if a parent becomes entitled to Social Security benefits, this form can be used to apply for benefits on behalf of their eligible child. The benefits include providing financial support to dependent children based on a parent's work history and ensuring that eligible children receive the appropriate benefits.

The parties involved are parents, legal guardians, or individuals with legal responsibility for a child, and the SSA. The form is structured with sections for providing details about the child, the parent's work history, and other information necessary for determining eligibility. It's important to accurately complete the form to ensure that eligible children receive the benefits they are entitled to.